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The genre-bending trio smash together alt-rock and jazz to create a fresh, interesting space somewhere in between…Lonely The Brave find inspiration in film scores and post-rock
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Way Huge’s Atreides is an analogue “Weirding Module” with fuzzy synths galore
It also packs a sub-octaver and phaser.Seymour Duncan teams with Joe Bonamassa for the “Bonnie” Stratocaster pickup set
It’s based on “the best damn Strat” Bonamassa’s ever played.Phil Spector, star pop producer convicted of murder, dies at 81
His signature “wall of sound” method changed the sound of pop forever, but the troubled producer will always be remembered for the murder of Hollywood actress Lana Clarkson.
- Features
Meet St Barbe, the jazz-rockers looking to bring a fresh sound to your ears in 2021
The genre-bending trio smash together alt-rock and jazz to create a fresh, interesting space somewhere in between…Lonely The Brave find inspiration in film scores and post-rock
On their first LP since 2017, the Brit rockers dig into their early influences and find solace in their music’s melancholic optimism.The 10 Best Guitar Tracks to Hear This Week
This week's playlist features forgotten recordings, new reissues and monster riffery“This is folk music”: Bonny Light Horseman on celebrating the classics
A year on from the release of Bonny Light Horseman’s stunning debut album, Josh Kaufman reflects on breathing new life into centuries-old folk songs, reducing Justin Vernon to tears and lending The National his guitars.
- Reviews
The Big Review: Epiphone Inspired By Gibson ES-335 Figured
Following in the footsteps of 2020’s hugely impressive Inspired By Gibson solidbodies, Epiphone turns its attention to the mighty ES-335Review: Cornerstone Gladio Double Preamp
Can the tone of an $80,000 amplifier be captured in a stompbox?Vintage Bench Test: 1960s Fender Deluxe Shootout
Fender Deluxe amplifiers date back to the early days of the company but, by the mid-1960s, they were almost unrecognisable when compared to amps from the tweed era. We take a look at what happened during the first half of the 60s and compare amplifiers from the brown and black-panel eras.The Genius Of… Sea Change by Beck
Beck’s 2002 break-up album is a haunting listen that blends direct and simple songwriting with sophisticated, emotionally charged guitar playing.
- Guides
The history of overdriven guitar tones
Heavily overdriven and distorted electric guitar tones have been around a lot longer than you might think.DIY Workshop: Build your own fuzz pedal
How to build a basic Fuzz Face clone from scratch and turn it into a ‘boutique’ version with precision biasing, transistor switching and more.Tech Talk: An emergency Christmas repair
Fixing a tiny guitar presents unique challengesGuitar Legends: Eric Clapton Pt 2 – from Layla to the Crossroads
Eric Clapton’s solo career since 1970 has encompassed everything from rootsy JJ Cale-alike shuffles to shiny AOR to stark acoustic blues. Here’s an overview of the best and his highly influential classic gear, too...
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How to play chords like John Lennon Part 2
Rod Fogg -We head into psychedelic territory in our second part of our John Lennon lesson, as we explore the chords and sequences used by a man spreading his creative wings.How to play blues like Gary Moore
The Northern Irish bluesman’s kinetic style fused blues and rock with a virtuosity that inspired scores of guitar players – here are the fundamentals of his technique.How to play chords like John Lennon Part 1
Rod Fogg -In the first of a series looking at the chord shapes and sequences used by the Beatles, we get inside the head of John Lennon and find a solid rhythm guitarist with an ear for original chord changes.How to play blues like Freddie King
In our final part of our look at the stylings of the legendary Three Kings, we tackle the searing style of Freddie King.
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